The Guardian has just called out the rich of Cape Town and beyond for their lush swimming pools, well-watered gardens, and clean cars.
We have just had ourselves a pretty wet winter, and our biggest dams are filled to the brim. Let’s not get ahead of ourselves, though.
A Constantia man is facing charges of illegally selling mountain water by the truckload during the drought, as well as throttling his neighbour.
Earlier today, the City of Cape Town announced impending changes to our water restrictions, which will also reduce the average monthly water bill.
It’s about to get rough for Cape Town and surrounding areas, as widespread rains and thunderstorms are heading straight for the drought-stricken province.
Day Zero might have been pushed back thanks to rising dam levels, but experts warn that Cape Town is still in danger of their taps running dry.
After a weekend of cyclonic winds and heavy rains, the Mother City – as well as the rest of the country – is in for more rough weather conditions.
As the water levels of Cape Town’s major dams continues to rise, the City is considering relaxing the daily water usage targets.
Drastic times call for drastic measures, and the Mother City has approved a number of new regulations that will see residents doubling down on water-saving efforts.
The first desalination plant in Cape Town has been completed and is online, but did it pass a taste test with flying colours?
Cape Town is going through the most with the water crisis, and we’ve heard about all kinds of solutions (icebergs, anyone?). This one looks like a good time.
Cape Town residents breathed a collective sigh of relief when Day Zero was avoided, but don’t get too carried away with celebrating our recent rainfall just yet.
As we near Day Zero, boreholes are coming under increased scrutiny. It pays to have one in the back garden, but there are still rules in place regarding usage.
As dam levels drop, the City of Cape Town is doing what it can to delay the seemingly inevitable. So, who wants to see what Day Zero really looks like?
For many Southern Suburb folk a splash in the Newlands Pool is a staple, but in case you haven’t popped past lately you should check this out.